by Ming-dao Deng
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A must-have for all those who want to incorporate Taoist wisdom into their everyday lives, this companion to Deng Ming-Dao's popular 365 Tao shows readers how to live in harmony with nature, others, and their natural selves. Fifteen sections address key issues encountered in spiritual growth and offer clear, specific directions on bringing the Taoist spirit into work, relationships, and all aspects of everyday life. Line drawings.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
 Everyday Tao, 2008-02-24
I keep buying this book, then giving it away, I like it so much.
Simple and profound, the Tao's wisdom is presented in an interesting, easy manner.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
Ready for Tao, 2007-09-24
This is a really good starter book for daily reflections on Tao. The reflections are short, and easily understood, and even for people who are not that familiar with Tao, it's easy to understand the wisdom of the author.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Read, contemplate and apply to your own life, 2006-10-25
This is the first 'Tao' book I've ever read. I picked this up, not even really knowing what 'The Tao' is. As I flipped through and read the short passages on random pages, I was immediately drawn in to the peacefullness, simplicity and the interpretations of the words and symbols on the pages.
I found the introduction to be extremely well written. I even go back and re-read the introduction, just because I love what it says! For example, it begins with this:
"Following Tao means following a living path. It is a way of life that sustains you, guides you, and leads you to innumerable rich experiences. It is a spiritual path of joy and insight, freedom and profundity." -Wow, well that sounded like just what I was looking for!
The introduction goes on to explain some of the special qualities of those who follow Tao. Then, tells you about other good books to read about the Tao. The structure of the book is then broken down to explain what each part is for.
Now, here's an overview of the book:
There are 256 pages. Each page has a word at the top left hand corner of the page, and a chinese (calligraphy) symbol below the word. There is a paragraph beside the symbol that explains the symbol/picture/lines in brief detail. Below that, there are about 3-4 short paragraphs on each page that describe the meanings/relevance of the word/symbol in our lives.
My book is full of bookmarks and slips of paper of my favorite passages.
This is a partial excerpt that I particularly liked:
Moon: "It is important in life to be constant." "The moon has its own primal power. It pulls on the earth; it pulls on the oceans and on the hearts and minds of human beings; it paces the seasons. The moon does not fight. It attacks no one. It does not worry. It does not crush others. It keeps its course, but by its very nature, it gently influences. What other body could pull an entire ocean from shore to shore? The moon is faithful to its nature and its power is never diminished. Look no further than tonight's sky if you would want to know how you can be both true to Tao and to yourself."
This is a beautiful book! Looking for something to inspire you, nurture you in your spirituality, and teach you? Read this.
5 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
The Chinese characters or symbols called hanzi , 2005-09-06
I am a student of chi gung.I was surprised at how much detail he puts into this book.
I have lived in China for many years. I read and write hanzi or Mandrin ,the changes were instituted after --The cultural revolution and The great leap forward.The other writer may not be aware of the changes.
Hanzi was simplified for the peasants to learn.
1 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
Everyday Tao, 2005-09-04
It is excellent and both my friend and I are enjoying the readings.
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